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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1989
Page
1
The League of Kansas Municipalities backs a law to let cities create a 4-cent sales tax without voter approval. The piece argues bypassing local voters is wrong and urges representatives to resist such measures, stressing government should stay in touch with taxpayers and require consent for funding aging infrastructure.
The text praises Nancy Reagan’s just released memoir My Turn, lauding its believability and clarity about her role as first lady. It notes her candid account of seeking Michael Deaver, his alcoholism, and a message that addiction is a disease. It argues public figures should be upfront with the public.
Ottawa Herald in Ottawa Kansas lists monthly quarterly six month and annual rates for carrier motor route and mail delivery. Rates apply to Franklin and adjacent counties and all other areas with varying prices from 5.01 to 69.67 dollars depending on duration and method.
The piece argues Colombia's drug cartels exceed Chicago's mob in brutality. It cites Capone era notoriety, then details the Colombian drug war, assassinations of journalists, and a newspaper bombing. It questions U S policy and suggests a tougher stance or diplomacy, ending with a provocative note to President Bush.
A columnist argues Bush faced criticism for delaying action in Panama. He blasts Democratic hawks and Sen. David Boren and Sen. Sam Nunn for pressuring war footing, claims Panamanians detest yet fear a U S backed puppet, and downplays Noriega as a risk to U S security.
The United States voices cautious optimism as F.W. de Klerk wins the presidency and pledges reform. Washington urges measured moves, while sanctions bite and South Africa faces high inflation and unemployment amid a shifting political landscape. De Klerk plans negotiations with Desmond Tutu and other church leaders to pursue a peaceful, constitutional path.
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